8195 Frie Avenue, Oshtemo Twp, MI 49009

• 7 beds |
• 5 baths |
• 5,156 sqft

Property Description

MULTI-GENERATIONAL LIVING ON A SUSTAINABLE ESTATE Experience rare flexibility and self-sufficiency on this semi-secluded estate designed for multi-generational living or extended family living. The property features a spacious main residence plus a separate building (full remodel 2026). MAIN RESIDENCE: SPACE, COMFORT, AND VERSATILITY The 5,000+ square foot main home offers 7 bedrooms (with possible 8th), 5 bathrooms, multiple living and family rooms, a home spa, and versatile bonus spaces to suit a range of lifestyles. Room for everyone, with space to gather, work, relax, and entertain without feeling crowded. GUEST BUILDING/POTENTIAL ADU: INDEPENDENCE AND INCOME POTENTIAL The detached building provides privacy and functionality for in-laws or visiting family. Its separation from the main home makes it an excellent candidate for long-term use or a dedicated homeoffice or studio. A 5-YEAR SUSTAINABILITY PLAN, BUILT WITH EXPERTS Working alongside a licensed builder and permaculturist, the sellers implemented a comprehensive 5-year sustainability plan that blends practical homesteading features with beautiful, low-maintenance landscaping. Key features include: ??? WATER-WISE DESIGN: Hugel swales and mounds, rain catchment systems, and a rain garden work together to capture, slow, and sink water into the landscape???reducing runoff and nourishing plantings. ??? PRODUCTIVE GARDENS: Hoop house, raised beds, prepared annual garden area, and a large 3-bin compost system support year-round growing. ??? FOOD FOREST & ORCHARD: Diverse plantings of apple, plumcot, hazelnut, Chinese chestnut, goji berries, and elderberry trees, plus grape vines and mixed berry bushes (golden raspberry, red raspberry, blackberry, jostaberry, honeyberry). ??? ESTABLISHED PERENNIAL PLANTINGS: 50+ blueberry bushes; over 150 additional plants, herbs, berries, and flowers (including sheep sorrel, witch hazel, valerian, marshmallow, wormwood, black cohosh, goldenseal, St. John's wort); ornamental shrubs such as rhododendrons, hydrangeas, nannyberr

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

October 5, 2026 at 3:42AM

Listing Office:

Coldwell Banker Beiswanger Realty Group : 5174351500

Listing Agent:

Doug Beiswanger : 5179149555

MLS ID:

55026046844

Interior

• General: PantryProgrammable thermostatVaulted ceilingsWindow treatments
• Appliances: CooktopDishwasherDouble ovenDryerMicrowaveOvenRefrigeratorWasherWater softener owned
• Laundry: Laundry roomMain level
• Basement: DaylightFinishedFullSump pumpWalk out access
• Flooring: CarpetCeramicTileWood
• A/C: Ceiling fansCentral air
• Heating: Forced airNatural gas
• Eco/Green Feature: AppliancesWindows

Exterior

• General: GardenPlaygroundRain barrel cisternsFountainGuest houseSheds
• Style: Colonial
• Other Structures: CoveredDeckPatioPorch
• Parking: AttachedConcreteGarage door openerGarage faces side

Construction

• Roofing: Shingle
• Windows: Insulated windowsLow emissivity windowsScreens
• General: Vinyl sidingBasement

Location

• Originating MLS: Jackson Area Association of REALTORS
• School District: Kalamazoo
• County: Kalamazoo

Lot

• Zoning: PLAT OF FRIE & GIBBS LOT 3 BLK 1** SPLIT/COMBINED ON 12/22/2015 FROM 05-33-402-012;0533402005
• Fencing: Other

Utilities

• Utilities: Natural gas connectedPhone connected
• Water: Well
• Sewer: Septic tank

Financial

• Source: Jackson Area Association of REALTORS